Running is one of the easiest ways to stay fit without breaking the bank. With plenty of parks, trails, and tracks in Michigan, you'll be burning off the calories in no time. Here are some excellent places to go for a jog near Farmington Hills, MI.

Upcoming 5Ks, 10Ks, Marathons and more Near Farmington Hills MI

The Derek Dexter Memorial 5K

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 8:00am
Harrison Township, MI
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Wixom Derby Day 10k, 5k and 1 Mile Fun Run

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 8:40am
Sibley Square Park
Wixom, MI
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Trauma Survivors Celebration 5K and 1 Mile Walk

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 8:40am
Detroit, MI
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Cinco de Mile 5K Fun Run for Mental Health Awareness

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 9:00am
Clark Park
Detroit, MI
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Book It Friends of the Waterford Library 5K and Fun Fun

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am
Waterford Civic Center
Waterford, MI
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No Minds Left Behind 5K Run/Walk

Saturday, May 3, 2025 at 10:00am
Pinckney, MI
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Two Parks Trail Run

Sunday, May 4, 2025 at 8:00am
Addison Oaks County Park
Leonard, MI
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I Love Cats 5K

Monday, May 5, 2025 at 9:30am
ITC Community Sports Park
Northville, MI
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Support the K9s Color Run 5K

Friday, May 9, 2025 at 9:30am
Shelby Township, MI
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Angels' Place Race

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 9:00am
St. Daniel Church
Clarkston, MI
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Crossroads Community Care 5K

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 9:00am
South Lyon, MI
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Lancer Nation 5K

Saturday, May 10, 2025 at 9:00am
Oakland Christian School
Auburn Hills, MI
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